"Humans! According to the covenant established by the Great Charter, we dragons will steadfastly protect you for eternity!!" With these stirring words, several enormous and majestic dragons simultaneously flapped their wings powerfully and slowly soared into the sky.
Each dragon's eyes shone with immense pride as they gazed lovingly at the Children they had raised with their own hands.
"Our glorious era has come to an end. Now, it's time for us to enjoy a leisurely and comfortable retirement! Haha..." One of the dragons laughed heartily, its powerful laughter seemingly able to pierce the clouds.
"The new chapters that await creation in the future will be written by the power of you humans!" The other dragons appeared particularly carefree, gazing hopefully at the densely packed crowd below.
Humans were closely united, and the deep Belief and unbreakable Bonds between them deeply touched the hearts of the dragons.
In fact, the dragons knew very well that their era of world domination had ended more than four hundred years ago.
Even so, they still choose to keep their promise and silently protect humanity.
Moreover, they have other things to take care of.
"Well done, Natsu! It seems you've taken everything I taught you to heart!" At that moment, Igneel's majestic voice suddenly rang out, baring its sharp teeth as it spoke directly and cheerfully.
"I will be full of energy, and I will become even stronger. I will become the strongest in the Fairy Tail, Igneel, just you wait and see!!"
Natsu's fists blazed with fury, tears welling in his eyes. Of course, he wanted Igneel to stay and live with him, just like when they were children.
However, since Igneel has resolutely chosen to leave, it must mean that there are some crucial things that they urgently need to accomplish.
Therefore, he will surely grow stronger and stronger, steadfastly following in Igneel's footsteps.
"Wendy, I've been by your side the whole time. I'm truly happy for you because you've finally found the family that loves you most. This is the last gift your mother can give you. I hope you can understand my leaving without saying goodbye. I believe we will meet again someday. I love you deeply, Wendy!!" (End of words)
Grandeeney slowly closed his eyes, and in an instant, a dense green energy surged from his body, like a surging torrent, directly pouring into Wendy's body.
At this moment, Wendy's eyes were already brimming with tears. Her slender hands tightly embraced Carla, and she leaned her whole body against Erza's warm embrace.
Her gaze, filled with longing, was fixed on the receding figures of Grandeeney in the sky. She secretly vowed to herself that she would strive to catch up with them. One day, they would reunite.
"Goodbye!!" With a shout from the dragons, they simultaneously spread their enormous wings, soared into the sky, and sped off towards another mysterious continent in the distant future.
A fierce wind howled past, whipping up leaves from the trees, as if playing a poignant melody for this parting.
"Everyone!!"
"We're back at the Fairy Tail!!"
Zorn looked in the direction where the dragon had disappeared into the distance, smiled knowingly, and then shouted to the crowd.
This day marks the end of one era and the beginning of another!
One year later
"Many things happened during the year. Erik and Hoteye successfully joined the Fairy Tail on recommendation, while Runa followed her sister Yukino to join Sabertooth."
"After being defeated Minerva and Thunder God Slayer Orga, seemed to have witnessed the power of everyone's Bonds and faced their own hearts. At everyone's invitation, they rejoined Sabertooth."
"The reunion between Simon and Kagura was quite touching, but he did become a food blogger, frequently posting pictures of delicious food!"
"Lamia Scale often invites female members from Mermaid Heel, Fairy Tail, and other Fairy Tail to a mixed-gender event! It's just that some men sometimes interrupt!"
"Although men often get knocked away, overall it's quite harmonious!!"
Hehe~
Lucy sat quietly by the window, gazing idly into the distance, her thoughts drifting back to the events of the past year.
Those moments—some filled with laughter, some with tears, some with emotion—flashed before her eyes like a movie, and she couldn't help but chuckle when she thought of the funny parts.
Then, Lucy picked up her pen and continued writing.
"May 20th, today..."
"Of course, it's also the most important day." The pen scratched across the paper.
"Zorn and Cana from the Fairy Tail, Gajeel and Levy, and Alzack and Bisca —these three couples finally tied the knot today, and I'm so honored to be one of their bridesmaids! Hehe!"
As Lucy wrote this, a happy smile spread across her face, and her thoughts drifted to the day Zorn, Alzack, and Gajeel proposed to her.
Beneath the cherry blossom tree outside the Fairy Tail, colorful petals fluttered down like snowflakes, some landing lightly in the crystal-clear river, drifting slowly away with the murmuring current;
Some floated in the air. The twinkling stars in the night sky were like dazzling gems set against the black backdrop, reflecting the colorful lights on the ground.
Amidst this dreamlike and beautiful scenery, Zorn and two other men, holding flowers in their hands, knelt on one knee and tenderly uttered their vows of love to the surprised and shy Cana, Levy, and Bisca.
Tears welled in the eyes of the three women as they nodded gently, and the three couples embraced tightly, amidst enthusiastic applause and cheers.
At that moment, a hopeful smile unconsciously appeared on Lucy's face, her heart filled with longing for a better future.
Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared in her mind without warning— Natsu, dressed in a handsome suit, was striding towards her.
To be more precise, he simply climbed through the window and rushed in, his movements still as agile and nimble as ever.
"Hey~ Lucy, are you ready?" Natsu asked loudly, his voice filled with a hint of urgency and anticipation.
Lucy was stunned by the sudden scene, and when she saw Natsu in a suit in front of her, she felt a little dazed.
At this moment, Natsu seemed to have been reborn. His usually flamboyant red hair was now neatly combed, and his face, which used to have a childlike quality, now had a touch of maturity and composure.
A sense of anticipation also rose in my heart.
But Natsu's next words snapped her out of her reverie.
"If we don't hurry, all the good food will be eaten by Gray, Erik, and Laxus!" Natsu shouted anxiously, grabbing Lucy's right hand.
"Hey~ that's it!" Happy chimed in, extending his right hand in agreement.
"Seriously... Ah~ Ah~" Before Lucy could finish her complaint, she was replaced by screams, and smoke billowed across the street.